Feds push stronger cyber protections at nuclear sites
Tim Devaney - 04/11/16 11:45 AM EDT
A proposed rule on the cyber security of nuclear facilities is expected in the coming months.
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IRS botches vetting on $46 million in refunds
Sylvan Lane - 12/21/15 03:02 PM EST
A watchdog says the agency has more work to do to stop fraudulent claims.
Nuclear regulator pushing cybersecurity requirements
Tim Devaney - 10/30/15 12:35 PM EDT
The cybersecurity requirements build on security advisories from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Cyber industry assails anti-hacking regulations
Cory Bennett - 07/21/15 06:00 AM EDT
The Commerce Department is moving to add restrictions on the export of hacking tools.
FTC looks 'favorably’ on firms that report data breach
Mario Trujillo - 05/20/15 04:05 PM EDT
The warning was made in a description of its investigation procedures.
Creator of 'Silk Road' convicted on all counts
Julian Hattem - 02/04/15 05:43 PM EST
Ross Ulbricht could spend the rest of his life behind bars for the shadowy online market.
One year after ruling, FCC Web regs hang in balance
Mario Trujillo - 01/14/15 06:00 AM EST
Here are the five biggest developments since the Internet rules were struck down.
SEC might release firms' cybersecurity exam results
Cory Bennett - 01/08/15 08:52 AM EST
The review could inform further SEC cybersecurity oversight efforts.
NAFCU calls for security standards after breach at Bebe stores
Lydia Wheeler - 12/05/14 05:04 PM EST
The National Association of Federal Credit Union (NAFCU) is once again pushing Congress to set data...
Regulator bemoans lack of funding for cyber defense oversight
Cory Bennett - 11/06/14 10:20 AM EST
The CFTC took on new responsibilities after the economic crisis.
Regulator warns: Connected devices will only succeed with trust
Julian Hattem - 10/27/14 11:11 AM EDT
People won’t embrace new “smart” devices unless they trust them, the head of the FTC warned.
Dem presses Obama administration to prevent cyberattacks against hospitals
Cristina Marcos - 10/06/14 12:03 PM EDT
Rep. Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.) urged the Departments of Health and Human Services and Homeland...
FCC report: 34M in US lack access to fixed broadband
David McCabe - 01/08/16 10:12 AM EST
In 2012, 20 percent of Americans lacked access.
Lawmakers revolt over anti-hacking regs
Katie Bo Williams - 12/18/15 06:01 AM EST
A formal push on Capitol Hill has given new force to industry concerns.
Copyright exemption handed out for car security research
Mario Trujillo - 10/27/15 02:25 PM EDT
Advocates won a number of exemptions to the DCMA.
When regulating apps, smart cities need to be smart about privacy
Jules Polonetsky, contributor, and Joseph Jerome - 06/10/15 10:00 AM EDT
New York's effort to regulate apps like Uber and Lyft raises privacy and security concerns.
Feds charge former agents with bitcoin money laundering
Tim Devaney - 03/30/15 01:24 PM EDT
DOJ alleges agents funneled in an investigation to their personal accounts.
Financial groups want same data security standards for retailers
Lydia Wheeler - 01/23/15 04:10 PM EST
In a letter to Congress Friday, the groups asked for stricter rules for retailers.
Sen. Warner urges bank regulators to require chip-and-Pin cards
Lydia Wheeler - 01/12/15 05:48 PM EST
He asked why banking institutions continue to issue chip-and-signature cards.
Chick-fil-A probes possible data breach
Lydia Wheeler - 12/31/14 02:55 PM EST
The fast food restaurant said it's working with an IT security firm.
Feds arrest alleged leader of Silk Road 2.0
Julian Hattem - 11/06/14 11:53 AM EST
The online black market, like its predecessor, specialized in selling drugs.
Privacy advocates seek DC's help to restrain FBI
Cory Bennett - 11/05/14 02:44 PM EST
An obscure committee is dragged into a fight over search warrants.
Banks offer cybersecurity advice to government
Mario Trujillo - 10/20/14 02:25 PM EDT
"Cyberattacks are increasing in frequency and sophistication," SIFMA's president said.
